天地不仁,以万物为刍狗; 圣人不仁,以百姓为刍狗。 The universe does not discriminate, it sees everything as the straw dog. The (wise, sage, saint) does not discriminate, it sees everyone as the straw dog. Straw dog: Ancient chinese make straw dog as an offering to the heaven. It is seen as something with a soul, and the... Sign in to see full entry.